composting
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Very good for the environment and making use of food scraps and other organic matter.. Desired ratio is 30:1 ratio of Carbon:Nitrogen
DiY Compost Bin direct link to this section
- drill holes around a 32 gallon trash bin or bucket
- put browns over greens and scraps to neutralize odors
- always have double the browns to greens
- once the first bin is full transfer compost to a second bin
Carbon Sources (browns) direct link to this section
- cardboard
- dry leaves
- sawdust
- straw
- paper
- pine needles
- cotton
- twings/sticks
Nitrogen Sources (greens) direct link to this section
- grass clippings
- food scraps
- manura
- fresh garden waste
- coffee grounds
- tea bags
- seaweed
- weeds
Turn, chop, and toss contents of container twice or once a week. If farming with worms keep bin out of direct sunlight.